22/09/2025
Today, on the autumn equinox - a moment when day and night are in perfect balance - we transition from the warmth of summer to the cooler embrace of autumn. This time of year has been honoured across many cultures as a moment of reflection, gratitude, and preparation for the months ahead.
Horses have always held a special place in human life and cultural rituals. They were companions, helpers, and part of ceremonies of gratitude, symbolising strength, freedom, and our connection to nature. In some cultures, they were even seen as a bridge between worlds.
In many traditions, horses reminded people of life’s cycles and the importance of balance -fitting, since today is the equin-ox… and our equin-es may remind us of the joy, wisdom, and lessons that animals bring into our lives.
What if we celebrate today’s equin-ox by honouring the equin-es who have shaped our journeys? When I say “our,” I mean not only the horses we own but all those we’ve encountered along the way.
In my life, they have been participants - and sometimes creators - of the experiences that brought me to where I am today. It hasn’t always been easy: there were broken bones, challenges in caring for their health, and struggles for their welfare. But there were also magical moments of simple connection, learning, and discovery - moments where I felt deeply aligned with nature and life itself.
Through them, I’ve grown both personally and professionally: joining the IFEEL Method, developing new projects, meeting extraordinary people, learning new practices, and discovering more about the world of horses. I am grateful to them for teaching me to meet each moment with presence, trust, and gratitude.
Maybe today, on this autumn equinox, you’d like to take a moment to appreciate the equin-es who have been part of your journey (and yourself), if that feels right. You could write it down, share it in the comments, or simply reflect quietly on your thoughts and feelings.
- Irina Dolmatova-Eggers
